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BAH 216W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11 mi
Last recorded11 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 216W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 11 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 38,060 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 38,044 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 38,044 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 37,890 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 37,530 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 37,023 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 36,311 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 35,497 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2006 34,192 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R65?

Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 93
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 38
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
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BAH 216W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAH 216W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R65 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAH 216W registered?

BAH 216W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is BAH 216W safe to buy?

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